Category Archives: HR General

SMU Program for the Protection of Minors Annual Review Session for SMU Camp Operators and SMU Program Coordinators

Posted on March 10, 2016 by Mary Stall

SMU Camp Operators and SMU Program Coordinators Annual Compliance Review Session Tuesday, March 22, 2016 Caruth Hall – Room 147 Vester Hughes Auditorium 3:00-4:30 p.m. Each year, SMU offers a review session for those employees who are involved with hosting or … Continue reading →

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Presidential Recognition Awards: Now Accepting Applications!

Posted on January 11, 2016 by Mary Stall

Do you know some great people who deserve recognition? Nominate them for the Presidential Recognition Awards! Four Presidential Recognition Awards annually highlight the contributions and excellence of SMU staff members and will be presented at the Staff Association Recognition Ceremony … Continue reading →

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The Five Languages of Appreciation at Work

Posted on January 7, 2016 by Mary Stall

HR is excited to announce a partnership with the SMU Staff Association to offer this interactive workshop during a February series of 4 Lunch and Learn sessions. Why is Appreciation Important in the Workplace? Authentic appreciation increases employee motivation. Motivation … Continue reading →

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Recent Market Volatility – Transamerica’s Perspective

Posted on August 28, 2015 by Holly Carter

Turn on the news or go online and it seems there are almost as many explanations and theories as there are people offering them. Transamerica feels the recent declines have been driven by numerous factors. Chief among them is what’s … Continue reading →

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Updated New Employee Packets Now Available for Student Workers, Temporary Staff and Adjunct Faculty

Posted on August 20, 2015 by Erica Velasquez

The new employee packets for student workers, temporary staff employees, and adjunct faculty have changed recently. The updates made in the employee packets reflect the following changes: The Authorization & Consent for Release of Information Form that is needed for the background check … Continue reading →

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Post Traumatic Stress Syndrome (PTSD)

Posted on June 5, 2015 by Mary Stall

The following information is provided by SMU’s EAP provider, Magellan Health Services. When a person experiences a traumatic or dangerous event, a series of chemical reactions are triggered within the body. These reactions are designed to help handle a threat … Continue reading →

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Retirement and Healthy Aging

Posted on May 26, 2015 by Mary Stall

The following information is provided by  Magellan Health Services, provider of SMU’s Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Prepare for an active, healthy retirement If you’re nearing retirement, do you have a well-defined plan for your retired life? Today the average American spends … Continue reading →

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Hiring Student Workers for the Summer?

Posted on April 23, 2015 by Erica Velasquez

Hiring a new student worker this summer or plan on continuing employment through the summer for a current student worker? It’s important to understand the student’s academic status during the summer months to determine the appropriate employment and payroll paperwork. Payroll Authorization Form … Continue reading →

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On-Line Beneficiary Designation Required for Insurance!

Posted on April 21, 2015 by Mary Stall

SMU provides Basic Group Life Insurance to benefits-eligible faculty and staff.  In addition, you may have elected voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance and/or Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance at some point during your SMU career. At the time you were … Continue reading →

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The Tuition Benefit Request Process for the 2016 Academic Year is Now Open!

Posted on April 16, 2015 by Mary Stall

Continuing students, newly admitted students, or parent of either new or continuing students for the Fall 2015 semester may begin to make their tuition benefits requests. Request your benefit online! Log into my.SMU and navigate to Self-Serve > Benefits > … Continue reading →

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